Duration
12h Th, 12h Pr
Number of credits
| Bachelor in architecture | 2 crédits | |||
| Master in architecture (120 ECTS) | 2 crédits |
Lecturer
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
The topography course addresses a broad vision of the different practices aimed at surveying the architect but at an introductive level.
The course focuses on the equipment and its proper use. Particular attention will be given to the interpretation and the consistency of the results obtained during surveys.
The course covers the measures of angles and distance, the use of traditional instruments of topography such levels, theodolites and total stations.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Learn about the acquisition techniques of measurements of existing elements in order to obtain a information to establish a coherent architectural project.
Vocabulary learning allowing dialogue and understanding of the surveyor's world.
The capacity to select the right tool to perform a data acquisition assignment.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Basic trigonometry :
Relationships in a right-angled triangle.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
4 x 2H Theory:
- Theoritical concepts
- Survey methodology description
- Surveying instrument description
- Manipulation reminder (inside)
- Field survey exercice
- Critical analysis of obtained results
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning)
Attendance is compulsory.
Recommended or required readings
Course notes and exercises available on eCampus.
Assessment methods and criteria
Practicals are realized in groups (max 4 students) and count for the assesment.
Continuous assesment.
An exam (oral/written) will be organized late Q1 (January)
Work placement(s)
Organizational remarks
No instruments will be made available to students who have not taken part in the theory section (that always takes place prior to the application exercises).
Groups must remain the same!
Contacts
Prof. Pierre Hallot p.hallot@ulg.ac.be